This category includes maps that typically portray the physical environment and a variety of cultural elements for a geographic area at a particular point in time.
The World Factbook provides basic intelligence on the history, people, government, economy, energy, geography, environment, communications, transportation, military, terrorism, and transnational issues for 266 world entities.
"This collection contains electronic versions of eighty books originally sponsored by the U.S. Army and written by researchers affiliated with the Library’s Federal Research Division. Intended for a general audience, the studies provide descriptions and analyses of lesser-known countries or regions where U.S. military forces might be deployed."
Each profile provides a guide to history, politics, economic background, and background on key institutions. Information is supplemented with audio and video clips from BBC.
PRB analyzes and disseminates information about populations and their health and well-being so it can be used to inform decisions that improve lives around the world.
"The U.S. Census Bureau conducts demographic, economic, and geographic studies of other countries and strengthens statistical development around the world through technical assistance, training, and software products."
